Fine Dining Server - Meridian

The Village Dallas•Dallas, TX

About The Position

At The Village Dallas, we want to hire and nurture positively motivated, enthusiastic people in the best way to serve our residents and achieve our goals- and trust us, we have BIG goals! The Village Dallas is a 307 acre residential apartment community with a mixed-use lifestyle project stocked full of good food, fun entertainment, and awesome people. Ready to love where you work? Let's get started! Welcome to Meridian, a vibrant dining destination where the art of live fire grilling meets the flavors of the world. Created by a remarkably talented chef, this restaurant reimagines American cuisine by blending bold, smoky elements with global inspirations JOB SUMMARY In our pursuit of excellence, a fantastic opportunity has arisen for a talented and career-driven server who will demonstrate exceptional customer service skills, an immaculate presentation, and a friendly attitude to work within a very demanding and exciting environment. While the ideal candidate will have a solid high-end work experience, working at Meridian will require an eagerness for learning and development.

Requirements

High School Diploma or related preferred
Minimum 3+ years experience in a high-end restaurant required
Minimum 2+ year experience in a fine dining environment preferred
Current TABC and Food Handler’s certification
Exhibit elevated food, wine, and beverage knowledge
Team oriented
Knowledge of POS systems
Must be able to detail and define all ingredients on the food menu and recommend menu pairings accordingly
Organized and detail oriented with the ability to be flexible
Operate with passion, integrity, and respect for both internal team members and external guests
Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Must be able to lift, push, pull, and move product, equipment and supplies up to fifty (50) pounds
Work requires the following motions: bending, twisting, squatting and reaching.
Exposure to temperatures: <32 degrees Fahrenheit (freezers), 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit (refrigerators), >90 degrees Fahrenheit.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of international cuisines and various cooking methods preferred

Responsibilities

Deliver a consistently high level of guest service.
Give unobtrusive, knowledgeable, and genuine service to every guest, every time.
Display a warm, personalized, and caring welcome by greeting our guests upon arrival to their table
Present menus, answer questions, and make personalized suggestions regarding food and beverage pairings
Place guest’s orders according to cooking and prep times, ensuring seamless and impeccable service
Partner with team members to serve food and beverages that meet or exceed guests’ expectations
Communicate with guests to ensure their satisfaction and collect additional feedback and insights
Respond to additional guests requirements by inquiring of needs; observing dining process
Clean and set up the dining areas for the following service
Refill/restock service areas according to the departments’ standards
Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by leader